Black Myth: Wukong vs Astro Bot: A CEO's Surprising Reaction

Walking into a video game store and hearing the cheerful tune of Sony's Astro Bot. Now, picture a CEO who might not share the same enthusiasm. The Game Science CEO, responsible for the popular game Black Myth: Wukong, recently expressed his displeasure with the 2024 Video Game Awards on Weibo. Astro Bot snagged the prestigious Game of the Year award, among others, and the CEO wasn't having it. Feng Ji believed the judging criteria were off, and he thought Black Myth: Wukong should have won due to its massive popularity. He insisted that the game's success wasn't a fluke but a result of hard work and talent. Both games got fresh content recently. But should the CEO be complaining? Astro Bot and Black Myth: Wukong are both fantastic games, but they're quite different. Black Myth: Wukong is a visually stunning RPG with great gameplay, though it's a bit linear compared to games like Elden Ring. Astro Bot, on the other hand, is a delightful 3D platformer with beautifully crafted worlds. It's not often we see games like Astro Bot win big awards. Usually, it's games like Black Myth: Wukong that take the spotlight. Is it sour grapes when a CEO complains about losing an award? Maybe. Both games are amazing, but they cater to different tastes. Game Science has a great game on its hands, but it's not without flaws. Astro Bot has its quirks too, but its gameplay was a breath of fresh air at this year's Video Game Awards.